Real Estate Investment Analyst

As the company continues to lead in student housing development and management, they are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Financial Analyst – Investments to join their growing investments team. This individual will play a critical role in analyzing real estate investment opportunities, supporting acquisition and development initiatives, and collaborating across departments to drive strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial modeling skills, real estate investment knowledge, and the ability to synthesize market data into actionable insights.

What YOU get to DO at this dynamic company:

• Build detailed and dynamic financial models for acquisition, development, disposition, and joint-venture investment opportunities.
• Conduct financial analyses including DCF, IRR, NPV, and sensitivity analysis to evaluate real estate transactions.
• Prepare and present underwriting packages, investment committee presentations, and executive summaries.
• Research and analyze market trends, comparable properties, cap rates, operating expenses, and economic drivers to support strategic decisions.
• Assist with due diligence on new acquisitions including financial, operational, and market-based assessments.
• Maintain and track a robust pipeline of prospective investment opportunities across U.S. student housing markets.
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Asset Management, Property Operations, Acquisitions, and Development to ensure financial strategies align with corporate objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including brokers, lenders, joint-venture partners, and consultants.
• Provide mentorship to junior analysts and support best practices in financial modeling and underwriting.

What you NEED to SUCCEED in this exciting role:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field. Advanced education or professional certifications a plus.
• Experience: 2–5 years of financial analysis experience in real estate investment, development, advisory, investment banking, or similar fields.
• Modeling Expertise: Advanced Excel modeling skills and strong command of valuation metrics such as IRR, NPV, and cash-on-cash return.
• Market Knowledge: Familiarity with student housing or multifamily real estate markets, operations, and development processes.
• Collaboration: Ability to work across internal departments and external partners with professionalism and clarity.
• Communication: Skilled in writing investment memos, reports, presentations, and business correspondence.
• Multitasking: Strong organizational and project management skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills & Strengths:

• Experience underwriting student housing assets or mixed-use real estate developments.
• Strong understanding of real estate valuation methods and transaction structures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; experience with Argus or other financial modeling software is a plus.
• Strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for real estate investing.
• Ability to interpret financial and market data and make sound, data-driven recommendations.
• Ambitious, high-energy individual with a proactive mindset and desire to grow in a leading real estate investment organization.

What’s in it for YOU?

• Career Advancement: Opportunities to work on high-impact investment deals and develop deep expertise in student housing and real estate finance.
• Team Environment: Work closely with a high-performing team of real estate professionals in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, full benefits package, and wellness programs.
• Growth-Focused Culture: Join a company that values learning, leadership development, and innovation in student living.